Camino del SalvadorCamino from León to Oviedo, where it connects with the Camino Primitivo.Thu, 14 Dec 2017 02:12:06 +0000Thu, 14 Dec 2017 02:12:06 +0000Camino de Santiago Forumhttps://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/forums/camino-del-salvador.54/
Map of the SalvadorMon, 13 Nov 2017 19:32:00 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/map-of-the-salvador.50838/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/map-of-the-salvador.50838/invalid@example.com (MTtoCamino)MTtoCamino
Thanks
Keith]]>16Notes on the San Salvador after two recent caminos.Sat, 04 Nov 2017 17:33:55 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/notes-on-the-san-salvador-after-two-recent-caminos.51515/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/notes-on-the-san-salvador-after-two-recent-caminos.51515/invalid@example.com (Pierre Julian)Pierre JulianNotes on the San Salvador after two recent caminos.]]>11taking a sleeping bag in Sept?Sat, 28 Oct 2017 21:58:46 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/taking-a-sleeping-bag-in-sept.49158/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/taking-a-sleeping-bag-in-sept.49158/invalid@example.com (laineylainey)laineylaineytaking a sleeping bag in Sept?]]>17Older pilgrims on the SalvadorSat, 23 Sep 2017 14:49:32 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/older-pilgrims-on-the-salvador.50729/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/older-pilgrims-on-the-salvador.50729/invalid@example.com (ritaj)ritajOlder pilgrims on the Salvador]]>17Going to the Salvador in Oct. -- some questionsFri, 22 Sep 2017 06:35:34 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/going-to-the-salvador-in-oct-some-questions.50848/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/going-to-the-salvador-in-oct-some-questions.50848/invalid@example.com (Dawn of a new Day)Dawn of a new Day3Solo Trek on the San Salvador- AMAZING!Thu, 21 Sep 2017 04:01:03 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/solo-trek-on-the-san-salvador-amazing.45052/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/solo-trek-on-the-san-salvador-amazing.45052/invalid@example.com (NadineK)NadineK
I'm a solo-female walker, and I LOVED the experience. Leaving Leon I wasn't quite sure what I was getting into, and I needed to adjust my plans a bit as I went along (but what's a Camino without a little adjustment?), but I had an incredible time. It was tough, but...

Solo Trek on the San Salvador- AMAZING!]]>51HELP -- From the Puerto de Pajares to the Pueblo de Pajares on the SalvadorSun, 17 Sep 2017 19:43:11 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/help-from-the-puerto-de-pajares-to-the-pueblo-de-pajares-on-the-salvador.19884/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/help-from-the-puerto-de-pajares-to-the-pueblo-de-pajares-on-the-salvador.19884/invalid@example.com (peregrina2000)peregrina2000
The Puerto de Pajares (which is the mountain pass, where there is an empty shuttered...

HELP -- From the Puerto de Pajares to the Pueblo de Pajares on the Salvador]]>110Mieres albergue closed until further noticeSat, 16 Sep 2017 02:35:16 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/mieres-albergue-closed-until-further-notice.50027/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/mieres-albergue-closed-until-further-notice.50027/invalid@example.com (Anemone del Camino)Anemone del Camino4Back from the Salvador - Wow! And bird warning :)Sun, 10 Sep 2017 07:09:33 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/back-from-the-salvador-wow-and-bird-warning.50477/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/back-from-the-salvador-wow-and-bird-warning.50477/invalid@example.com (WestKirsty)WestKirsty
Thanks for all of the previous suggestions and descriptions in this forum. I stayed in Benduenos and had a wonderful night. I didn't want to leave and think of that place often.

For those heading out on the trail soon, a few words of caution. On the first day, just as I left the paved path getting out of Leon and surrounding villages, I...

Back from the Salvador - Wow! And bird warning ]]>26Going from Bendueños back to the CaminoTue, 05 Sep 2017 11:48:44 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/going-from-bendue%C3%B1os-back-to-the-camino.50501/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/going-from-bendue%C3%B1os-back-to-the-camino.50501/invalid@example.com (Antonius Vaessen)Antonius VaessenGoing from Bendueños back to the Camino]]>9Camino San Salvador, 11th to 16th August 2017.Tue, 22 Aug 2017 13:08:34 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-san-salvador-11th-to-16th-august-2017.50222/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-san-salvador-11th-to-16th-august-2017.50222/invalid@example.com (MKalcolm M)MKalcolm M

I’m recently back from the San Salvador, and here are some details of the walk, for anyone who would like to use them.

In Leon I stayed in the alberge run by the Benedictine nuns. Though not catholic, I went to Mass that evening at seven, and after dinner, went to the pilgrims blessing at 9.00pm. At both services the nuns singing was lovely, and were a nice way to start the camino.

Option 1 (the one I'm most inclined to): catch a bus to León and do the Salvador back to Oviedo. Benefit...

8 Days Oviedo to Oviedo questions]]>14Quick report from the SalvadorTue, 15 Aug 2017 16:33:39 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/quick-report-from-the-salvador.48040/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/quick-report-from-the-salvador.48040/invalid@example.com (CliffBarnes)CliffBarnes
I decided to do it in five stages and stay in private accommodation.

My first stage was Leon to La Robla. I followed the river path all the way to Carbajal. Walk down the steps on your left when you see the airplane roundabout and your there. Follow this all the way for six km until you meet an obvious track on your right ,close to the town , with a large pipe running the length of the track. Follow the...

Quick report from the Salvador]]>8Just back from the Salvador,some remarksSun, 13 Aug 2017 08:57:57 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/just-back-from-the-salvador-some-remarks.49982/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/just-back-from-the-salvador-some-remarks.49982/invalid@example.com (Antonius Vaessen)Antonius Vaessen
General remarks.
We used the very nice and good Enders Guide on my smartphone. Except for some stretches after Pola de Lena the marking was good.
The first 2 days and the last one there was rather much asphalt walking.
The landscape was very beautiful, highlights being the stretches between Pola de Gordon and Pajares. (From Poladura to...

"If what you are trying to achieve leaving this (pics show graffitis and some sort of towel/sock) on the cross is that we remember you, we...

Trash & graffiti now part of the landscape]]>9"money machines" (ATM?)Mon, 24 Jul 2017 14:52:23 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/money-machines-atm.49531/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/money-machines-atm.49531/invalid@example.com (Antonius Vaessen)Antonius Vaessen2En el Camino de nuevoSat, 22 Jul 2017 13:20:50 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/en-el-camino-de-nuevo.49383/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/en-el-camino-de-nuevo.49383/invalid@example.com (Mikel Olivares)Mikel Olivares
I hope to meet one of you.
Buen Camino.]]>11Hostel/pension pola de gordonThu, 20 Jul 2017 17:47:02 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/hostel-pension-pola-de-gordon.49467/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/hostel-pension-pola-de-gordon.49467/invalid@example.com (Antonius Vaessen)Antonius Vaessen2In Lena: access to the municipal poolTue, 18 Jul 2017 16:52:12 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/in-lena-access-to-the-municipal-pool.49430/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/in-lena-access-to-the-municipal-pool.49430/invalid@example.com (Anemone del Camino)Anemone del Caminohttp://www.aytolena.es/tarjeta-lena-destino]]>How many beds in CabanillasMon, 17 Jul 2017 16:38:52 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/how-many-beds-in-cabanillas.49416/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/how-many-beds-in-cabanillas.49416/invalid@example.com (Antonius Vaessen)Antonius Vaessen
Can anybody that stayed there recently tell me what the situation is and if it is possible to make reservations.]]>4We're off then!Sun, 16 Jul 2017 07:01:38 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/were-off-then.49195/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/were-off-then.49195/invalid@example.com (kirkie)kirkie
(The title is borrowed from my favourite Camino book).]]>12Villages and Hamlets along the Camino del SalvadorTue, 04 Jul 2017 15:02:54 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/villages-and-hamlets-along-the-camino-del-salvador.48962/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/villages-and-hamlets-along-the-camino-del-salvador.48962/invalid@example.com (Marigold Mama)Marigold Mama
Here's what I would like to have help with...I am attempting to put together a list of all those quaint villages and hamlets (and the big places too) along the Camino del Salvaldor which I plan to do in May/June 2018.
Is there anyone there that could assist?
I did buy the map of Spain...

Villages and Hamlets along the Camino del Salvador]]>32San Salvador in July/AugustWed, 28 Jun 2017 08:27:24 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/san-salvador-in-july-august.47222/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/san-salvador-in-july-august.47222/invalid@example.com (Antonius Vaessen)Antonius Vaessen
How many people will be walking, are there enough beds in albergues or casa rurals.
Is it very hot or is the temperature more moderate due to the altitude.
Thanks in advance]]>20New Eroski guide for the SalvadorTue, 27 Jun 2017 05:27:20 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/new-eroski-guide-for-the-salvador.45083/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/new-eroski-guide-for-the-salvador.45083/invalid@example.com (Anemone del Camino)Anemone del Caminohttp://caminodesantiago.consumer.es/los-caminos-de-santiago/de-san-salvador/]]>16San Salvador next JulyWed, 21 Jun 2017 17:45:07 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/san-salvador-next-july.48874/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/san-salvador-next-july.48874/invalid@example.com (chemapu)chemapu
As I do not have one month to do the Frances, I will start in Leon for the Camino de San Salvador.
I will start on monday July 3rd and I will take a train in Madrid the day before.
If anybody is around I will love to have a beer or cafe in Leon on sunday.
I will go alone as I did in the past and I hope to find somebody during this...

San Salvador next July]]>1Salvador solo - March 2017Sat, 17 Jun 2017 14:50:29 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/salvador-solo-march-2017.46607/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/salvador-solo-march-2017.46607/invalid@example.com (Gipsy Moon)Gipsy Moon
Decision to walk this Camino was completely spontaneous, a soft but insisting whisper in my ears coming from the mountains while walking el Camino Frances. Rested one day in Leon to gather some information as I didn't have any map or guide, and to make few phone calls.

Salvador solo - March 2017]]>32Puerto De PajaresMon, 29 May 2017 23:00:36 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/puerto-de-pajares.48426/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/puerto-de-pajares.48426/invalid@example.com (Antonius Vaessen)Antonius VaessenPuerto De Pajares]]>2Footwear for the SalvadorSun, 28 May 2017 19:12:11 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/footwear-for-the-salvador.48396/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/footwear-for-the-salvador.48396/invalid@example.com (WestKirsty)WestKirsty
I haven't read much about footwear for this route. Is the terrain much different from the Primitivo? I have read in the guides that boots are recommended and I'm wondering if they are necessary? I've done the other Caminos and other walks in hiking shoes (water-proof merrells) and am hoping they will...

Footwear for the Salvador]]>5Salvador in 7 days second stageSun, 28 May 2017 12:10:35 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/salvador-in-7-days-second-stage.48362/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/salvador-in-7-days-second-stage.48362/invalid@example.com (Antonius Vaessen)Antonius VaessenSalvador in 7 days second stage]]>6Possible to transport pack on Del SalvadorFri, 19 May 2017 21:11:53 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/possible-to-transport-pack-on-del-salvador.48167/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/possible-to-transport-pack-on-del-salvador.48167/invalid@example.com (randomtravels1)randomtravels1
Any thoughts about possibility of sending pack forward on del Salvador during mountain pieces? I have adapted expectations to go slowly but fear for my recent knee-planted-into-concrete injuries on the Norte. Thank you!]]>2Getting a credential on lineFri, 12 May 2017 00:27:30 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/getting-a-credential-on-line.48027/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/getting-a-credential-on-line.48027/invalid@example.com (Antonius Vaessen)Antonius Vaessen
Thanks beforehand]]>2San Salvador or Del Norte?Mon, 08 May 2017 05:23:44 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/san-salvador-or-del-norte.47866/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/san-salvador-or-del-norte.47866/invalid@example.com (Hildegard)Hildegard
I prefer more nature and solitude to people and cars. I'm young and fit so uphills and downhills don't scare me.

Are there any recommendations?]]>4Oh woe is me!Sat, 15 Apr 2017 14:28:49 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/oh-woe-is-me.47262/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/oh-woe-is-me.47262/invalid@example.com (Al the optimist)Al the optimistOh woe is me!]]>33Tips/advice on walking Salvador then PrimitivoMon, 27 Mar 2017 16:54:41 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/tips-advice-on-walking-salvador-then-primitivo.43691/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/tips-advice-on-walking-salvador-then-primitivo.43691/invalid@example.com (laineylainey)laineylainey
I know from the replies I have already received (with great thanks) about the Primitivo there is a wealth of experience on both Caminos on the forum.
My question is if you have done both or only one (Salvador and/or Primitivo) what one piece of advice or tip would you give me. I will be as usual walking alone.
Thanks again.]]>60San Salvador in May?Sun, 12 Mar 2017 02:32:05 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/san-salvador-in-may.45968/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/san-salvador-in-may.45968/invalid@example.com (gayle m)gayle m
1. Will there still be snow on the trail in mid-May?
2. Is there a way to arrange backpack transfer along this Camino?]]>4Salvador update?Thu, 09 Mar 2017 03:48:56 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/salvador-update.46237/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/salvador-update.46237/invalid@example.com (Gipsy Moon)Gipsy Moon
Any info about present conditions would be dearly appreciated -esp. if there is snow, albergue or hostel available in March, how clearly the way is indicated?

Its a spontaneous decision, no map no planning.. thanks for any tip]]>3Oh, given in to temptation!Mon, 06 Feb 2017 11:47:16 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/oh-given-in-to-temptation.45272/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/oh-given-in-to-temptation.45272/invalid@example.com (Al the optimist)Al the optimist
Excited about travelling it again as I loved it last time (well apart from the dog biting me).
Hope the weather is kind to me though. Last time as I arrived in Polodura Ender asked if...

Oh, given in to temptation!]]>27Salvador, September/October 2017Sun, 29 Jan 2017 15:54:21 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/salvador-september-october-2017.45361/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/salvador-september-october-2017.45361/invalid@example.com (WildPlace)WildPlace
It's all the fault of @Al the optimist and his post the other day which brought to my attention that you could walk Leon to Oviedo then from Oviedo to SdC on the Primitivo

Any rough ideas...

Salvador, September/October 2017]]>6Winter request to Salavador PilgrimsTue, 24 Jan 2017 17:04:00 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/winter-request-to-salavador-pilgrims.45136/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/winter-request-to-salavador-pilgrims.45136/invalid@example.com (Anemone del Camino)Anemone del Camino
They ask those who may be walking in winter, November to April especially, to keep in mind that hospies on that route are in daily contact with each other so that the ones further down the path can know how many pilgrims to expect AND to please check in with the albergue where one would have likely spent the night if one chooses to walk on further.

One pilgrim had been expected in a particular albergue...

Winter request to Salavador Pilgrims]]>15Camino del SalvadorSat, 14 Jan 2017 20:34:56 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-del-salvador.45113/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-del-salvador.45113/invalid@example.com (IngridF)IngridF
I am a slower type of walker, love to stop and take pictures and smell the "roses". I have plenty of time to do this Camino, so I know I will be ambling. I also provide good earplugs, just in case.

The beauty of the San Salvador]]>23Where do I obtain the credencial for the Camino san Salvador?Sun, 25 Dec 2016 19:37:55 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/where-do-i-obtain-the-credencial-for-the-camino-san-salvador.44625/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/where-do-i-obtain-the-credencial-for-the-camino-san-salvador.44625/invalid@example.com (handzondeck2)handzondeck2
I am walking the Camino san Salvador next year in May and understand that there is a particular credencial for this camino. I remember reading a post on where to obtain the credencial for this walk but have not been able to locate it. Any one know where one can get the San Salvador credencial in Leon?
TIA

Sharon]]>12Notes: Camino San Salvador September 2016Sun, 20 Nov 2016 14:03:28 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/notes-camino-san-salvador-september-2016.43771/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/notes-camino-san-salvador-september-2016.43771/invalid@example.com (Kevin F. O*brien)Kevin F. O*brien
La Robla. As usual completely first class. Can still recommend the meson in the middle of town near the Ayuntamiento for a good meal.
Note: Panaderia and food shop is open in Pola de Gordon on a Sunday. Centre of town. Still no food to be bought at Buiza.
Poladura de Tercia. Most unfortunately there would appear to be bedbugs here. Two complained of bites.
Also. You may order food from the Casa Rural, and it's good. But...

Notes: Camino San Salvador September 2016]]>97 days plan on the SalvadorSat, 12 Nov 2016 10:34:18 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/7-days-plan-on-the-salvador.44019/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/7-days-plan-on-the-salvador.44019/invalid@example.com (Anemone del Camino)Anemone del Camino
I have gone through Gronze and Ersoki in detail to determine where one can sleep, eat and drink on the Salvador to come up with a 7 day plan that makes sense to me. But I may have missed information, so I would like to pick your brains to see if my plan is realistic. Distances are plus or mins 1 km or so. The idea is to break up the super tough mountain days.

7 days plan on the Salvador]]>40Walking Camino del Salvador in May 2017Sat, 24 Sep 2016 09:49:20 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/walking-camino-del-salvador-in-may-2017.43519/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/walking-camino-del-salvador-in-may-2017.43519/invalid@example.com (handzondeck2)handzondeck2
Is anyone walking the Camino del Salvador in May next year? If so, I would like to trade planning notes. I will be walking from Madrid and intend to start to walk the San Salvador on around 01 May before walking the Primitivo.

Hopefully the weather will be favourable.

More than happy for anyone to share advice about the walk. I have downloaded Ender's notes and they are brilliant to say the least. Any other tips and hints are always welcome.

Thanks in advance

Sharon]]>4Camino Salvador for a first CaminoFri, 23 Sep 2016 20:32:41 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-salvador-for-a-first-camino.42498/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-salvador-for-a-first-camino.42498/invalid@example.com (Walsh Camino)Walsh Camino
We are considering the Salvador out of Leon to the Primitivo and time and energy permitting, we can add Finistere at the end. We like 22 km days and would like to avoid 30+ km stages.
While I am...

Camino Salvador for a first Camino]]>8Some thoughts on the SalvadorFri, 02 Sep 2016 12:15:07 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/some-thoughts-on-the-salvador.42335/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/some-thoughts-on-the-salvador.42335/invalid@example.com (Aglass)Aglass3 in one

I walked the Camino Del Salvador from 30 June to 4 July this year and would like to share my thoughts for anyone thinking of doing it. It is a stunning route and one I would fully recommend. I have previously done the Frances in 2003, the Primitivo in 2013 and the Lebaniego (also a little gem) in 2014.

The Salvador wins in the beauty of the countryside, the fact that you can still feel you are doing something a bit special and, related to that, the tranquility. There are a...

Some thoughts on the Salvador]]>32camino del salvador AND camino primitivo?Sat, 30 Jul 2016 12:56:54 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-del-salvador-and-camino-primitivo.41745/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-del-salvador-and-camino-primitivo.41745/invalid@example.com (Isabellajov)Isabellajov
So this will be my first camino experience. I'm a young female, 21 years old, and would like to bike el camino del salvador+ el camino primitivo by my self. Is this too much? And do you think one are able to do this within 12 days?
Im in quite good shape, allthough I dont usually bike, I do want something challenging. I'm just a bit afraid that this route is for frequent bikers and not for a person in normal conditions. I would really appreciate if you could share your opinions or...

camino del salvador AND camino primitivo?]]>10Food on the Salvador: RecommendationsSat, 30 Jul 2016 11:56:55 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/food-on-the-salvador-recommendations.41831/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/food-on-the-salvador-recommendations.41831/invalid@example.com (Rebekah Scott)Rebekah Scott
Today I found McCharly & Company Cafe, an American diner on Av. de Mexico in downtown in Mieres, complete with Blues Brothers decor, AC/DC soundtrack and motocross videos, diner-style booth seating, and (Murphy's and Guinness) beers on tap! They even know how to pour properly!
They serve all kinds of USA bar food, salads, deli sandwiches, and fries. The burgers looked less-than American, but they...

Food on the Salvador: Recommendations]]>3Camino San SalvadorFri, 29 Jul 2016 06:30:53 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-san-salvador.42239/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-san-salvador.42239/invalid@example.com (KathrynW)KathrynW12Starting the Salvador tomorrowSun, 17 Jul 2016 12:28:01 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/starting-the-salvador-tomorrow.41320/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/starting-the-salvador-tomorrow.41320/invalid@example.com (peregrina2000)peregrina2000
But I am now in Leon and ready to start the Salvador tomorrow. Yesterday Kinky recognized me (I was in the room next to his in...

Starting the Salvador tomorrow]]>55Is there an albergue at Campomanes?Fri, 15 Jul 2016 13:49:33 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/is-there-an-albergue-at-campomanes.18062/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/is-there-an-albergue-at-campomanes.18062/invalid@example.com (Kiwi-family)Kiwi-family4Walk up to the Salvador Cross -- SUNDAY, 10 AugustSun, 19 Jun 2016 15:42:12 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/walk-up-to-the-salvador-cross-sunday-10-august.28337/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/walk-up-to-the-salvador-cross-sunday-10-august.28337/invalid@example.com (peregrina2000)peregrina2000
Saturday, August 10 -- meet at the main square of Poladura de la Tercia at 10 am
Walk with the group up to the cross (surely, one of the most beautiful parts of any camino anywhere)
The descent will be via Viadongos (not on the camino), with...

Walk up to the Salvador Cross -- SUNDAY, 10 August]]>16Albergue in PoladuraSat, 18 Jun 2016 15:09:17 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/albergue-in-poladura.38741/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/albergue-in-poladura.38741/invalid@example.com (Marc S.)Marc S.
to be closed from March 1 untill March 15 - but maybe a little longer. (my Spanish is very basic so please correct if I misread).

Buen camino, Laurie.]]>15Photos and notes from el Camino de San Salvador. This is not a guideWed, 08 Jun 2016 17:38:26 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/photos-and-notes-from-el-camino-de-san-salvador-this-is-not-a-guide.41212/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/photos-and-notes-from-el-camino-de-san-salvador-this-is-not-a-guide.41212/invalid@example.com (Otro_Mas)Otro_Mashttp://caminosansalvador.blogspot.com.es/]]>4A personal account of walking the San Salvador in snow during Easter 2016Thu, 28 Apr 2016 10:54:51 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/a-personal-account-of-walking-the-san-salvador-in-snow-during-easter-2016.39594/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/a-personal-account-of-walking-the-san-salvador-in-snow-during-easter-2016.39594/invalid@example.com (gollygolly)gollygolly
There is a great deal of factual information available on the Camino de San Salvador, and a great deal of detailed planning can be made before commencing, though the...

At the central crossroads in Herias, turn left and head west, up the hill. It's a 2km walk but well worth it.
I've put three photos here...

New Albergue near Herias]]>7Most convenient airport for reaching Leon?Thu, 11 Feb 2016 11:54:26 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/most-convenient-airport-for-reaching-leon.38245/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/most-convenient-airport-for-reaching-leon.38245/invalid@example.com (Mark2012)Mark2012
I hope to walk the Salvador and then Primitivo this summer, and am starting to wonder about the actual 'getting there' part of the journey.

Having previously walked the Frances, the Norte, and the Portugues (from Porto), I never had to think too hard about where to fly into, as there was always an obvious destination.

With regard to Leon, though, it looks a little trickier. So, I'm just wondering, from what airport is Leon most accessible? From an admittedly brief search so...

Most convenient airport for reaching Leon?]]>10Salvador as an alternative to the FrancesWed, 10 Feb 2016 12:25:39 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/salvador-as-an-alternative-to-the-frances.38331/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/salvador-as-an-alternative-to-the-frances.38331/invalid@example.com (ElizaMetere)ElizaMetere

Dear Joe, you menioned
Salvador route from Leon. I am walking from Leon starting March 11 and would prefer a solitude route instead of the main traffic. Do you have some information on that route? Thank you! Love, Meera]]>3Salvador weatherSun, 31 Jan 2016 15:26:00 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/salvador-weather.38149/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/salvador-weather.38149/invalid@example.com (Jaekae)Jaekae1Accommodation after Mieres?Sun, 31 Jan 2016 15:06:10 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/accommodation-after-mieres.38090/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/accommodation-after-mieres.38090/invalid@example.com (peregrina2000)peregrina2000
If all goes according to plan, I'll spend my third night on the Salvador at the new albergue in Bendueños. Next day it's 25 km to Mieres, but if it were possible, I'd really like to continue on past Mieres. I'm looking for ways to have as close to a full day as possible in Oviedo the following day. From Mieres, it's 18 to Oviedo, but if I could get...

Accommodation after Mieres?]]>4Should I spend a night in Poladura?Sun, 31 Jan 2016 09:15:04 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/should-i-spend-a-night-in-poladura.37108/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/should-i-spend-a-night-in-poladura.37108/invalid@example.com (peregrina2000)peregrina2000
For those of you who have spent a night in Poladura, tell me why it's a good idea to stay there. I...

Should I spend a night in Poladura?]]>44Temperatures on the del Salvador in OctoberSat, 30 Jan 2016 00:40:35 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/temperatures-on-the-del-salvador-in-october.35380/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/temperatures-on-the-del-salvador-in-october.35380/invalid@example.com (HermanTheGerman)HermanTheGerman
Has anyone walked this Camino in mid October and if so, what are the high and low temperatures for this time of year, especially at altitude at night, mornings and midday?

What is the situation in the albergues generally at night? Are they generally heated or can I expect low temperatures even inside? I have 2 sleeping bags, one of which worked well on the Portuguese in winter. The other is about 300 grams...

Temperatures on the del Salvador in October]]>26One week to go! Salvador and Primitivo on Oct. 15Sat, 24 Oct 2015 18:54:38 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/one-week-to-go-salvador-and-primitivo-on-oct-15.36704/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/one-week-to-go-salvador-and-primitivo-on-oct-15.36704/invalid@example.com (LauraK)LauraK14Camino San Salvador Sept. 2015Sat, 10 Oct 2015 14:14:46 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-san-salvador-sept-2015.36733/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-san-salvador-sept-2015.36733/invalid@example.com (Hanne)Hanne
I can only recommend this camino, - a new favorite ! 125 km from León to Oviedo.]]>5Camino del Salvador in December?Thu, 24 Sep 2015 01:02:55 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-del-salvador-in-december.36527/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-del-salvador-in-december.36527/invalid@example.com (Sheffield James)Sheffield James18Del Salvador in mid-September ?Mon, 07 Sep 2015 17:42:31 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/del-salvador-in-mid-september.33771/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/del-salvador-in-mid-september.33771/invalid@example.com (Hanne)Hanne
Can I expect Bed-running ?
Is there a special Credencial for del Salvador?
Is it at the Cathedral or the albergue in Oviedo, I can get the "Salvadore" (Salvador-Compostela)?]]>18Simple guideWed, 01 Jul 2015 14:07:41 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/simple-guide.34706/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/simple-guide.34706/invalid@example.com (AlanB)AlanB2jerbear Cdm june 3 to leon up to oviedo then on to santiago on primativoMon, 01 Jun 2015 19:03:44 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/jerbear-cdm-june-3-to-leon-up-to-oviedo-then-on-to-santiago-on-primativo.34056/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/jerbear-cdm-june-3-to-leon-up-to-oviedo-then-on-to-santiago-on-primativo.34056/invalid@example.com (jerbear)jerbear10Increase on the SalvadorMon, 18 May 2015 09:32:30 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/increase-on-the-salvador.33490/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/increase-on-the-salvador.33490/invalid@example.com (peregrina2000)peregrina2000http://www.lne.es/caudal/2015/05/07/albergues-lena-incrementan-pernoctaciones-20/1752534.html

Should we stop singing its praises?]]>14El Salvador started 25/4/2015Sat, 02 May 2015 07:29:57 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/el-salvador-started-25-4-2015.33222/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/el-salvador-started-25-4-2015.33222/invalid@example.com (OzAnnie)OzAnnie
I've had the poncho on for days. Some light rain, some very heavy. Rain isn't so much of a problem , it's just that after so much and recent snow (Marissa at albergue) showed me a video of snowing here at Pajares on sat 25/4/15. It has made a lot of the way a quagmire. Up to my hocks in mud and slippery clay coming down mountain to Pajares today.
We were looking at guide for leaving here in the morning and I think it would be much more...

El Salvador started 25/4/2015]]>27My pictures from Camino del SalvadorFri, 01 May 2015 15:35:23 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/my-pictures-from-camino-del-salvador.30222/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/my-pictures-from-camino-del-salvador.30222/invalid@example.com (BeatriceKarjalainen)BeatriceKarjalainen
Hi
I Have finally managed to take care of the pictures from my camera. I did publish diary pictures along the way on Instagram so these are just the camera pics. First Salvador and then Primitivo.

My pictures from Camino del Salvador]]>13Camino del Salvador now on EroskiSun, 19 Apr 2015 14:41:02 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-del-salvador-now-on-eroski.32166/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-del-salvador-now-on-eroski.32166/invalid@example.com (peregrina2000)peregrina2000http://caminodesantiago.consumer.es/los-caminos-de-santiago/de-san-salvador/]]>4San Salvador April 2015Wed, 15 Apr 2015 13:36:30 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/san-salvador-april-2015.32128/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/san-salvador-april-2015.32128/invalid@example.com (Caitriona21)Caitriona21
I am thinking of walking the San Salvador from Leon to Oviedo in 2 weeks time (first week in April). I am just wondering if it will be possible to walk over Pajares or if the weather/snow is still quite bad at this time of year??

Salvador en invierno]]>17Indeed wintery in PoladuraTue, 03 Feb 2015 12:01:06 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/indeed-wintery-in-poladura.30981/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/indeed-wintery-in-poladura.30981/invalid@example.com (amancio)amancio
this is an excerpt from Spanish national TV, those of you who have been there will recognize the place and the people but, if you have never been to beautiful Poladura de la Tercia, this is the local albergue (former school) and Feli the landlady at Posada el Embrujo... to me, this brings so many memories...

It may not answer all your questions... it may raise even more! The new map somehow was edited out... but this is the guide many of you beta-tested and helped to write. Have a look, post your comments here!]]>6Salvador in novemberSun, 07 Dec 2014 14:22:36 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/salvador-in-november.29088/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/salvador-in-november.29088/invalid@example.com (kilgore)kilgore
I'm planning to do this Camino in november (by the 10th more or less). I have some doubts: for instance, I don't know if I it's easy to loose the trail in case of snow. I have been watching some posts regarding some problems to find the trail even with no snow at all. Besides, some of you mention the possibility of using a gps at some point.
I know this part of León but always going to every place by car, and I really feel like walking it.
After arriving to Oviedo I want to carry on...

New monument-sculpture to pilgrims in Sariegos (Camino del Salvador)]]>8New route leaving Pola de LenaMon, 08 Sep 2014 12:06:05 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/new-route-leaving-pola-de-lena.28888/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/new-route-leaving-pola-de-lena.28888/invalid@example.com (peregrina2000)peregrina2000New route leaving Pola de Lena]]>14Camino San Salvador Very BusyMon, 01 Sep 2014 16:19:01 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-san-salvador-very-busy.27682/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/camino-san-salvador-very-busy.27682/invalid@example.com (mikevasey)mikevasey
Me and my girlfriend walked from Leon on the 1st of July to Oviedo yesterday, because we did it over 8 days we were the first to the Albergues but they would usually get full later, nearly all Spaniards going to Oviedo and then on to the Primitivo. Oviedo yesterday was very busy and the places 40/50 in the Albergue de Peregrinos had gone by 12 to 1 o clock.

Day 2 Buiza-Campomanes 44,61 km (and yes I did go over the mountain not on the road), stayed in a private Pension Casa del Abad (€25 for a single room and my clothes laundered but not completely dry)

Day 3 Campomanes-Oviedo 42,46 km (about 1 km extra as I did a detour into Ujo and back out again and I stayed on the road from Puente...

My stages on Camino de San Salvador (3 days)]]>4Leon to Oviedo ?Wed, 06 Aug 2014 14:44:18 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/leon-to-oviedo.2665/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/leon-to-oviedo.2665/invalid@example.com (peregrina2000)peregrina2000http://www.caminosantiagoastur.com/ which describes a route from Leon to Oviedo, and then onto the Primitivo. Has anyone walked this segment of the Primitivo? Is it well marked? Are there albergues? (the association's website doesn't appear to list accommodations). Some of the distances seem kind of long, and I assume there are some serious ups and downs to get across the mountains that...

Leon to Oviedo ?]]>32Getting the credential and a León stamp for Salvador?Sun, 03 Aug 2014 14:06:07 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/getting-the-credential-and-a-le%C3%B3n-stamp-for-salvador.28205/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/getting-the-credential-and-a-le%C3%B3n-stamp-for-salvador.28205/invalid@example.com (BeatriceKarjalainen)BeatriceKarjalainen
I'm leaving Leon tomorrow morning. Is there any way to get hold of the credential in the morning. I saw that the albergue opens at 11.

And where can I get a start stamp here in Leon? I'm staying at Parador.]]>14GPS tracks available of El SalvadorThu, 24 Jul 2014 16:17:56 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/gps-tracks-available-of-el-salvador.27517/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/gps-tracks-available-of-el-salvador.27517/invalid@example.com (GunnarW)GunnarWwww.radiobuencamino.net
select EDITION
choose SECOND EDITION
Follow link below: GPS tracks
Download the zipfile.

In 2011, when I did the Camino Del Salvador, I recorded the route. There were some errors in the tracks because the receiver shut down a few times. I corrected the errors manually. There is a readme.txt in the zipfile where you can find some additional info.]]>1Flight & bus ticket bought - a new adventure is about to startWed, 23 Jul 2014 11:29:27 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/flight-bus-ticket-bought-a-new-adventure-is-about-to-start.27603/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/flight-bus-ticket-bought-a-new-adventure-is-about-to-start.27603/invalid@example.com (BeatriceKarjalainen)BeatriceKarjalainenFlight & bus ticket bought - a new adventure is about to start]]>9Beware the dog in Poladura de la Tercia!Mon, 30 Jun 2014 16:26:47 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/beware-the-dog-in-poladura-de-la-tercia.27118/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/beware-the-dog-in-poladura-de-la-tercia.27118/invalid@example.com (Al the optimist)Al the optimist15Anyone who knows what happened to http://caminodelsalvador.netTue, 24 Jun 2014 19:36:55 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/anyone-who-knows-what-happened-to-http-caminodelsalvador-net.27293/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/anyone-who-knows-what-happened-to-http-caminodelsalvador-net.27293/invalid@example.com (BeatriceKarjalainen)BeatriceKarjalainen18My Camino del SalvadorTue, 17 Jun 2014 09:44:00 +0000https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/my-camino-del-salvador.20429/
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/my-camino-del-salvador.20429/invalid@example.com (Susannafromsweden)Susannafromsweden
I've just checked in online, so I guess you could say I've started my trip now!
Feels like that! I'm very excited.
Today I will drive from my house in the countryside to the flat in Stockholm, 2-3 hours something.
And I will start walking tomorrow morning at perhaps 04.00 down to the bus station in Stockholms city.
From there take the bus to Arlanda. I'm flying with SAS this time, as I managed to get a "fairly" cheap ticket which is nonstop Stockholm - Madrid. (And I...